Lens Comparison

Here we are comparing the Nikon Nikkor AF-P DX 70-300 mm f/4.5-6.3G ED and the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-300 mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED VR. The Nikon Nikkor AF-P DX 70-300 mm f/4.5-6.3G ED is a 70–300mm telephoto zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/4.5, released in 2016. The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-300 mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED VR is a 70–300mm telephoto zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/4.5, released in 2006.

There is a 10 years difference between the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-300 mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED VR and the Nikon Nikkor AF-P DX 70-300 mm f/4.5-6.3G ED — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.

Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.